1994 Renault 21 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 21 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
